Gary Van Tol, in his first year as the Hawks’ manager, will call the shots for Boise this season. David Rosario (pitching coach), Bill Buckner (hitting coach) and Jonathan Fierro (trainer) round out Van Tol’s staff.

The Hawks’ roster features several prospects in the Cubs’ system. Duane Underwood and Paul Blackburn will anchor the pitching staff while Shawon Dunston Jr., Trevor Gretzky, Kevin Encarnacion, Carlos Penalver and Danny Lockhart are some of the young position players that will begin their season with the Hawks.

The Hawks’ first roster of the season features 11 pitchers, three catchers, five infielders and four outfielders.